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Leaking pool

Hello everyone! We have a leak in our pool. I'd say it's serious, although I really have no idea. Our pool leaks down about 2 feet below what is considered full at a moderate/fast rate. It pretty much remains at that level, leaking then becomes EXTREMELY slow.

Yes, we have bubbles when we first turn the pump on.

My husband did some digging in our yard and basically said all the pipes appear to be under our concrete pool deck. It's beyond what we can do ourselves and will call an expert. I realize different parts of the country have different rates, depending on the contractor, ect... But I was wondering if anyone could give me SOME kind of ball park figure on what I may expect to pay in SW Florida for leak repairs. On the assumption it is a plumbing leak.

Any guidance regarding choosing someone, what to expect, what we shouldn't expect, ect.... would be GREATLY appreciated!!!

Re: Leaking pool

I can't help you on leak repair costs, but it seem to me you might already have a good clue. Since the pool stoped leaking at 2 ft, your leak must be at that level. Is there a light or something in your pool at that level? Is your equipment pad below your pool level?

Re: Leaking pool

That suggests the leak is in the plumbing at that depth. That is a difficult situation. Pin pointing the leak is tricky and repairing it will usually require tearing out and then replacing some of the deck.